jthewood

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  1. Occupational therapy

    2 years of training + fellowship after vs. 4 semesters of nursing school. Also, I can do more as a nurse, including specialized training in many different disciplines. I like variety so it was a better fit for me. I graduated and passed NCLEX a month...
  2. accelerated courses in DC metro area

    No problem. In response to your questions... 1. Clinicals vary depending on where you go. Mine were great, but I seem to have lucked out. I did rootations at Reston Hospital, and Fairfax Hosp. 2. My experience was fine, but you'll learn in nursing sc...
  3. accelerated courses in DC metro area

    I just graduated from Marymount's 2nd degree program and can say it was comprehensive and demanding, but I think thats the same for all 2nd degree programs. I've spoken to some Mason students and they say the same for the Mason program, but it's also...
  4. NCLEX RN (I took my boards TODAY)

    What are SATA type questions? I test in a few weeks and haven't heard that term yet. Thanks, and good luck! Jason
  5. Need Advice from you guys

    I wish I could move back in with my parents... or at least send my kids there! HA! Seriously, no-one WANTS to move back in withtheir parents, but it's the smart move. Nursing school is hard. Why make it harder. If your relationship is strong, it will...
  6. Starting school...

    Amen brother... I started a second degree program with a wife and two little ones at home....now I have THREE little ones at home! You will learn the definition of working hard and sacrificing time while in nursing school, but it's a temporary social...
  7. Who Was Nurse Rachett????

    To give an idea of the impact of the Nurse Ratchet role...we were required to watch the movie during our Psych nursing rotation and discuss her character. I'd seen it prior to nursing school, but I had a different perspective seeing it while taking p...
  8. How many of us 30 somethings are out there?

  9. Any Marymount University students?

    I start there this fall as well. I'm a little nervous, but a lot excited. See you on the 25th for orientation! Jason
  10. what are the guys' reasons to become a nurse?

    I CAN RELATE!!! My only difference is that I got a BS in Emergency Medical Services and I've only spent 5 years in corporate, also unsatisfying. I decided against the prehospital environment once we started having kids; I think for a safety concern a...
  11. Marymount University

    Hi maryvu. I start at Marymount this fall and I live in NoVA. The school has a fairly high reputation and was my first choice. The area is nice, but on the expensive side. You have to be careful in the DC metro area, but no more so than common sense ...
  12. Marymount University- Accelerated BSN- Fall 2007!!

    Hey westeast... I start Marymounts accelerated BSN porgram this fall. I can't wait to start. I'm really excited get back into healthcare full-time. Have you made the decision on where you're going to attend?
  13. The Guys Club: Guy Students Come on In!

    I don't remember if I introduced myself here. I'm starting an accelerated BSN program this fall in No. VA. I've got a BS in Health Science (Emergency Medical Services) and have worked as a medic, nurses aide and currrently work in an occupational hea...
  14. Burnout vs. Stress vs. Not cut out for nursing

    Hey Susan9608, I couldn't help but notice the the underlying desperation in your post. You sound as if you're trapped in this job. Maybe you should take some time off and then look for a position that doesn't include working with kids. According to y...
  15. Marymount University Arlington VA

    I'm just curious of two things.... 1) if you don't think the program is worth the cost, why are you in it? 2) what, in your opinion, is a good/worthwhile BSN program in the NOVA area? Thanks, Jason